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An Arizona woman died after her power was cut over a $51 debt. That forced utilities to change

PHOENIX (AP) — Stephanie Pullman died on a sweltering Arizona day after her electricity was cut off because of a $51 debt. 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-25 00:06:02

Deer take refuge near wind turbines as fire scorches Washington state land

SEATTLE — Bjorn Hedges drove around the two wind farms he manages the morning after a wildfire raced through. 12 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-25 00:06:01

Editorial cartoons for week of July 24 Photo Gallery

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The Columbian | 2023-07-25 00:06:01

Daybreak Youth Services lays off staff as new sexual allegations about counselor come to light

SPOKANE — Daybreak Youth Services continued its legal fight Friday over the suspension of its license by the Department of Health, as new... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-25 00:06:01

Working in Clark County: Ike Ekeya, Square Care Medical and Pharmacy Subscriber Exclusive

With health and wellness becoming an increasingly hot topic in recent years, it's important that people have a wide range of options and... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-24 14:06:02

Washington health experts agree COVID-19 isn’t going anywhere Free

With summer travel in full swing, new vaccines anticipated by fall and a much improved understanding of COVID-19, health experts in... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-24 13:06:02

Cowlitz County fire crews pull out of Nippon fire

Jul. 22—The Nippon Dynawave Packaging fire has been reduced to hotspots and Cowlitz County fire departments are no longer assisting,... 17 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-23 19:06:02

Security guard dead after shooting at Portland hospital; suspect killed by police

A hospital security guard was killed Saturday in a shooting a Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center in Portland, and the suspect was later... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-23 12:06:02

Motorcyclist suffers critical injuries in crash in north Clark County

A motorcyclist is in critical condition after a collision with a vehicle on NE Hayes Road on Friday night in northern Clark County,... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-23 12:06:02

PHOTOS: Levi Kitchen places fifth, Jett Lawrence wins again at Washougal National pro motocross event

Levi Kitchen's first pro start at the Washougal National did not finish with the former Washougal resident up on the podium. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-23 12:06:01

Vancouver Lake has long, unique geologic history

Vancouver Lake's uniqueness is largely unknown, even to those who frequently visit it. 3 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-23 00:06:01

Felida father bicycles through grief after death of son

When Rich Marsee sees people living on the street, he thinks of his son, Scott, who died last year at 41 after a long struggle with alcohol,... 10 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-22 14:06:01

Keeping Vancouver Lake afloat a complicated challenge

Clark County is inviting the public to comment on its long-term, 308-page solution to the toxic blue-green algae blooms and noxious plant... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-22 14:06:01

Housing hard to find for those with intellectual, developmental disabilities in Clark County

When Mary Rosen, 74, passes homeless camps in Vancouver, she worries about what will happen to her son after she's gone. 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-22 14:06:01

Top Stories: Longview fire; 179th plan OKd; Hockinson Market

Will we get a break from the heat? Check out our local weather forecast before you head outside. Here are the top stories on columbian.com... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-22 13:06:01

Children delight in fishing at 23rd Merwin Special Kids Day

WOODLAND — At the 23rd annual Merwin Special Kids Day, more than 200 children caught and took home as many as five trout each,... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-22 13:06:01

Two Bellingham breweries named in top 10 in Washington

BELLINGHAM — Two Bellingham taprooms were rated among the top 10 in Washington. Brewery Stars, a data-driven brewery ranking and brewery... 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-22 13:06:01

Pedestrian seriously hurt when struck by car in Walnut Grove

A pedestrian was taken to an area hospital early Friday morning with serious injuries after being struck by a car in the Walnut Grove area. 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-22 12:06:01

Humane Society for Southwest Washington: Practice patience with stray cats, kittens

As summer continues, the Humane Society for Southwest Washington urges members of the community to reconsider before bringing stray cats and... 22 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-22 02:06:01

Levi Kitchen seeks perfect weekend of racing at Washougal National motocross event

Saturday's race will be Washougal native's first on home course as a pro rider. 11 hours ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-22 01:06:01

Longview wood chip fire nearly extinguished

A fire in a mountain of wood chips at a Longview mill continued to smolder for a fourth day Friday, as firefighters attacked it with... 1 day ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-22 00:06:01

Vancouver teen gets six years in Uptown Village gun battle

A Vancouver teenager who was identified in court records as the first shooter in a March 2022 gun battle in Vancouver's Uptown Village was... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-22 00:06:01

Camas parks to get $2.25M for projects to improve Lacamas Lake trails, parking

The city of Camas was awarded three grants totaling $2.25 million from the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office's Washington... 2 days ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-22 00:06:01

Vancouver Proud Boy gets prison for Portland rally riot

A Vancouver member of the far-right Proud Boys group was sentenced Friday to nearly eight years in prison for charges in connection with an... 1 hour ago

The Columbian | 2023-07-21 23:06:01